▲ Kobe Port. Mosaic Ferris Wheel (about 2.5 hours, including lunch and free activity) Kobe Port is one of the most important industrial and commercial ports in Japan. It has been a foreign settlement area since the Meiji era and is full of exotic atmosphere. The buildings in the port area are famous for their modern design and lighting effects. Among them, Kobe Port Tower, Maritime Museum and Mosaic Ferris Wheel are the iconic architectural landscapes of Kobe Port. It is very pleasant to spend a leisurely afternoon on the seaside promenade, enjoying the sea breeze and taking a stroll.
▲ ▼Arima Onsen (about 1.5 hours, free activity) Arima Onsen is one of the three oldest hot spring resorts in Japan, with a history dating back thousands of years. It has been loved by people since ancient times for its good geographical environment. The hot spring streets are lined with old hotels, souvenir shops, and temples. The smoke of sulfur is wafting, and the shrines and temples have a strong ancient flavor. Strolling through the charming streets of Arima and wandering through the long and rich history of Japan, you will feel like you have come to a paradise.
▲ ▼ Rokko Mountain Night View (approximately 1.5 hours) Rokko Mountain, located near Kobe, is often cited as one of Japan's three greatest night views. Rokko Mountain Cable Car (Due to the rugged mountain road, taking the bus up the mountain can easily cause motion sickness. Please experience the unique Rokko Mountain Cable Car. Expenses are at your own expense.) Operating Hours: 07:10-21:10 Closed: None Reference Fees: One-way adult 600 yen, child 300 yen; round-trip adult 1100 yen, child 550 yen. Rokko Mountain Tenrandai will charge 500 yen per person to participate in the Kobe Rokko MEETS ART 2025 Beyond event from August 23rd to November 30th.
▲ ▼Kitano Ijinkan Street (about 1 hour, free activity) Kobe built a large number of Western-style buildings during the Meiji and Taisho periods, and they are now well preserved in the Kitano area of Chuo Ward. The area from Yamamoto-dori 1-chome to 3-chome in Kitano is known as Kitano Ijinkan Street, and most of them were private residences of foreign merchants or foreign embassies and consulates.
